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ROCK · Precision radial support

NN Series.
Built around
your spindle.

Double row cylindrical roller bearings for rigid radial support in precision rotating assemblies. Define the fit, clearance and accuracy your application needs—with ROCK.

Double rowSeparable constructionRadial load support
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Standard-model inquiries · Drawing-based customization · Sample evaluation

NN series bearing, customer-supplied product illustration
NN SERIES / PRODUCT VIEW01—03
2 roller rowsCompact radial support
NN30Dimension series featured below
1:12 taperK bore configuration
Luoyang, ChinaROCK manufacturing base

01 / The bearing concept

Radial rigidity.
Room for thermal movement.

Two rows of cylindrical rollers provide radial support within a compact envelope. The NN ring arrangement also permits relative axial displacement within the bearing’s permitted limits.

01 / LOAD PATH

Support the radial load

Cylindrical rollers distribute radial force through line contact. Select the internal design against the actual load spectrum, stiffness requirement and operating speed.

02 / ASSEMBLY

Separate the rings

The ribless outer ring can be separated from the inner ring and roller assembly, simplifying fitting and inspection. Keep the matched bearing components together.

03 / SYSTEM DESIGN

Plan the axial location

NN bearings provide radial support; they are not a substitute for an axial locating bearing. Where thrust loads occur, design a separate axial support arrangement.

02 / Structure & function

A clear load path.
A deliberate ring design.

The NN design uses a ribbed inner ring to guide two rows of rollers and a ribless outer ring. Bore geometry and mounted clearance are central to installation.

SIMPLIFIED AXIAL SECTION / ONE SIDE OF SHAFTShaft side / bore surfaceOuter ringRoller row 1Roller row 2

Concept illustration only. Cage, detailed profiles and running clearances are omitted; not a manufacturing drawing.

NN versus NNU

NN has guiding ribs on the inner ring. NNU uses the opposite ring arrangement. Confirm the complete designation before selecting a replacement.

Cylindrical or tapered bore

A cylindrical bore requires the specified shaft fit. A tapered bore allows controlled clearance adjustment through axial movement on the mating taper. The common K configuration uses a 1:12 taper.

Mounted clearance matters

Interference fits and temperature differences change the operating clearance. Specify the target mounted condition and measurement procedure rather than relying on the unmounted clearance alone.

Accuracy is an application decision

Define radial runout, axial runout where applicable, and dimensional tolerances. ROCK’s broader precision-bearing capability includes multiple accuracy grades; confirm the grade available for your selected NN model.

03 / Model finder

Start with the envelope.

Search common NN30 base designations or filter by shaft diameter. Add a model to your inquiry, then define its bore, cage and accuracy requirements.

Base modelBore d / mmOutside D / mmWidth B / mmNext step
NN3005254716
NN3006305519
NN3007356220
NN3008406821
NN3009457523
NN3010508023
NN3011559026
NN3012609526
NN30136510026
NN30147011030
NN30157511530
NN30168012534
NN30178513034
NN30189014037
NN30199514537
NN302010015037
NN302110516041
NN302211017045
NN302412018046
NN302613020052

Boundary dimensions are reference values for common NN30 models, not a stock or interchangeability guarantee. Confirm the ROCK drawing before ordering. Load ratings, limiting speeds, chamfers and shoulder dimensions depend on the exact design and are supplied with the selected specification.

04 / Read the designation

Know what you
are specifying.

An example base designation: NN3022K. Select each element to see its meaning.

NN — Double row cylindrical roller bearing with guiding ribs on the inner ring.

Cage, lubrication, clearance and precision suffixes vary by manufacturer. SP, P4 and other codes should not be treated as universally equivalent. Send the complete existing designation for review.

Bore & fit

Cylindrical or 1:12 tapered bore, subject to model confirmation. Include shaft and housing drawings and fit tolerances.

Cage selection

Specify the required cage material or existing suffix. Compatibility depends on speed, temperature and lubricant—not material alone.

Precision & clearance

Provide required accuracy and initial or mounted clearance. Any special preload condition needs application-specific review.

Lubrication

State grease or oil system, lubricant and delivery method. Confirm any ring lubrication groove or holes on the final drawing.

Material & treatment

Drawing-based material and heat-treatment requirements can be reviewed for custom orders. Include operating temperature.

Custom geometry

Send nonstandard dimensions, shoulder requirements and installation constraints for a manufacturability assessment.

05 / Application engineering

Choose for the whole assembly.

A bearing designation is only the starting point. Loads, fits, lubrication and thermal conditions determine whether a configuration is suitable.

Machine-tool spindles

Radial support where rigidity and rotational accuracy matter. Review the spindle arrangement, tool load, speed range and axial locating bearings.

Precision rotating shafts

Compact double-row support for engineered shaft systems. Check shaft deflection, housing alignment and thermal axial displacement.

Rebuild & replacement

Identify the complete existing code, mating dimensions and operating history. Matching d, D and B alone does not establish functional equivalence.

06 / Meet your manufacturing partner

ROCK.
Precision from Luoyang.

Luoyang Rock Precision Engineering Co., Ltd. manufactures precision bearings and supports drawing-based product development from Luoyang, Henan, China.

Our product scope includes cylindrical roller, angular contact, crossed roller, rotary table and thin-section bearings. For NN projects, we review your operating requirements and agree the product specification before production.

ROCK supplied manufacturing workshop photoROCK supplied workshop equipment photo

Inspection aligned to your drawing

Inspection scope may include material and heat treatment, hardness, dimensions, geometry, clearance, runout, surface condition and assembly quality. Agree the acceptance criteria and required records with your quotation.

Samples before a production decision

Sample evaluation can be arranged for initial and custom projects. Confirm the test plan, sample quantity and production approval requirements before committing to the batch.

07 / Installation & purchasing questions

Details that make the difference.

Can an NN bearing carry axial loads?

The NN arrangement is intended for radial support and allows axial movement between the rings within design limits. Use an appropriate locating bearing arrangement for axial loads. Provide both radial and axial loading when requesting a selection review.

How should a tapered-bore bearing be mounted?

Use the approved mounting procedure and specified clearance-reduction or displacement method. Measure the initial condition, control the advance on the taper and verify the final mounted condition. Do not use a universal drive-up distance or tightening torque across different sizes.

What should be checked before installation?

Check the identity and condition of the matched components, shaft and housing dimensions, cleanliness, shoulders and alignment. Apply mounting force through the ring being fitted rather than through the rollers. Verify lubrication and rotate the assembly by hand before a controlled run-in.

How is operating speed confirmed?

Permissible speed depends on internal design, cage, accuracy, load, clearance, lubrication and heat dissipation. A competitor’s catalogue speed is not a guaranteed speed for a ROCK bearing. Request the data for the exact configuration and operating conditions.

Can ROCK review a custom design or replacement code?

Yes. Supply a drawing or complete existing designation, installation envelope, operating loads and speed, precision and clearance requirements, lubricant, temperature and quantity. A technical review is needed before confirming the proposed configuration.

What are the sample, lead-time and inspection arrangements?

Sample evaluation and custom production can be discussed against your specification. Lead time depends on model, quantity and customization. Specify the inspection documents and packaging required in the inquiry so they can be agreed with the quotation.

08 / Your next step

Define the bearing.
Move the project forward.

Prepare a clear technical inquiry for ROCK. Start with a model or tell us about the assembly you are developing.

  1. Identify your model and quantity.
  2. Describe speed, loads, fits and lubrication.
  3. Include the drawing when sharing your inquiry.

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